Level 5 Extended Diploma in Psychology
- Undergraduate Qualifications
Level 5 Extended Diploma in Psychology
- No Observations
- Assignment based, no exams
- Accredited by Ofqual.gov.uk
- Globally Recognised Undergraduate qualification
£1,699
or Equivalent local currency
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Course Fee
£1,699
Credits
240 credits
Duration
9 Months
Pedagogy
Online
About this course
Level 5 Extended Diploma in Psychology
The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Psychology (Accredited by Othm, UK) aims to offer learners with specialist knowledge and comprehension of important topics of Psychology.
Learners will study Level 4 and Level 5 modules in Level 5 Extended Diploma in Psychology course for a combined total of 240 credits (equivalent to the first 2 years of an honours degree).
Level 4 modules lays your foundation for learning. Among the topics covered are:
- The Scope of Psychology (20 credits)
- Introduction to Social and Developmental Psychology (20 credits)
- Biopsychology (20 credits)
- The Development of Attachments (20 credits)
- Processes of Human Memory (20 credits)
- Research Methods and Investigating Psychology (20 credits)
Students will gain knowledge and skills in the following subject areas:
- Psychological Approaches to Depression and Schizophrenia (20 credits)

- Individual Differences: Intelligence; Personality and Criminology (20 credits)
- Visual Perception (20 credits)
- Social Psychology: pro and anti-social behaviour (20 credits)
- The Diversity of Addiction (20 credits)
- Contemporary Issues and Debates in Psychology (20 credits)
On completion of this Level 5 Extended Diploma in Psychology course, you will have a broad understanding of psychology that you may use to further your study and career.
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Completion Rate
100%
Course Pass Rate
97%
Submission Rate
88%
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Program Overview: Level 5 Extended Diploma in PsychologyKey Highlights of this course are:
Program Duration: 9 Months (Fast Track 6 months option also available)
Program Credits: 240
Designed for working Professionals
Format: Online
No Written Exam. The Assessment is done via Submission of Assignment
Tutor Assist available
Dedicated Student Success Manager
Timely Doubt Resolution
Regular Networking Events with Industry Professionals
Direct entry into Year 1 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree
Important InformationUndergraduate Level Course: Equivalent to the First and the Second Year of a 3 Year Undergraduate / Bachelor’s University Degree course
This is a Undergraduate Course
This course help you to:
This is a Undergraduate Course
Third year of 3 year Honours Degree at UK University, or
Directly into employment in an associated profession

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For entry onto the Level 5 Extended Diploma in Psychology qualification, learners must possess:
- Relevant NQF / QCF / RQF Level 3 diploma or equivalent recognised qualification
OR
- Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course,
OR
- Mature learners (over 21) with work experience
The qualification is offered in English.
This Course qualification consists of 12 mandatory units for a combined total of 240 credits:
Mandatory units:
- The Scope of Psychology (20 credits)
- Introduction to Social and Developmental Psychology (20 credits)
- Biopsychology (20 credits)
- The Development of Attachments (20 credits)
- Processes of Human Memory (20 credits)
- Research Methods and Investigating Psychology (20 credits)
- Psychological Approaches to Depression and Schizophrenia (20 credits)
- Individual Differences: Intelligence; Personality and Criminology (20 credits)
- Visual Perception (20 credits)
- Social Psychology: pro and anti-social behaviour (20 credits)
- The Diversity of Addiction (20 credits)
- Contemporary Issues and Debates in Psychology (20 credits)
Successful completion of the qualification provides learners the opportunity for a wide range of academic progressions including progression to relevant Level 6 Diplomas.
The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Psychology (9 Months) qualifications have been developed with career progression and professional recognition in mind. As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are eligible to gain direct entry into the Final Year of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree.
This qualifications at RQF Level 5 represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competences that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to
- Foundation Degrees,
- Higher National Diploma (HND) and
- Year 2 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree.
- Assessment is done via submission of Assignments
- There are no written exams
Yes, the diploma programmes are accredited by OTHM, UK – an Awarding body by the UK Government’s regulator – OfQual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation)
There would be Live Webinars which would be spread across the duration of the course.
If for any reason you are not able to attend the live sessions, you will have the option to go through the Recordings at a later date as per your convenience.
There is no visa requirements for to attend this programme
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Affordability
Reasonable Course Fee which can be paid in monthly instalments
Accreditation
Fully Accredited and globally recognised Master's Degree Qualification awarded by Prestigious UK Public University
Online Delivery
The course is delivered 100% online via our state of the art Learning Management System (LMS)
Flexibility
Assessment is based on submission of Assignments and final Dissertation Research Project .There are no exams. Study from anywhere using any device